Facilities Management Intern

About the role

Johnson & Johnson’s Engineering & Property Services (E&PS) team is seeking a Facilities Management Intern for the Kentucky Distribution Center (KDC) in Shepherdsville, KY. The internship runs from May to August 2027 (full‑time, 40 hours per week) and provides hands‑on experience in facilities engineering, maintenance, capital projects, workplace services, and compliance‑driven operations within a GxP‑regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and maintenance of site master plans and facility improvement initiatives.
• Update and maintain building drawings, utility maps, and facility documentation using AutoCAD.
• Support facilities and engineering teams with capital project planning, execution, and project tracking.
• Participate in infrastructure assessments involving HVAC, refrigeration, fire protection, electrical, and building systems.
• Attend project meetings, document meeting minutes, track action items, and support follow‑up activities.
• Assist with vendor coordination, contractor oversight, and workplace improvement projects.
• Support GxP documentation activities including change controls, preventive maintenance records, qualification support, and facility documentation.
• Contribute to sustainability and decarbonization initiatives and other continuous improvement projects.
• Prepare and deliver presentations summarizing project status, recommendations, and key findings.

Learning Opportunities

• Pharmaceutical distribution operations.
• Cold chain and temperature‑controlled environments.
• Facilities maintenance and reliability programs.
• Capital project management.
• Site security and workplace services.
• Regulatory compliance within GxP environments.
• Engineering design and construction management.
• Leadership and cross‑functional collaboration with Quality, EHS, Operations, IT, Procurement, and Finance teams.

Qualifications

• Completion of undergraduate freshman year at an accredited university (required).
• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Civil Engineering, Facilities Management, Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Supply Chain Engineering, or a related field.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Permanent authorization to work in the United States without future sponsorship.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of Power BI or Tableau.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar design software.
• Previous internship, co‑op, or project experience in engineering, facilities management, maintenance, or construction.
• Interest in facility systems, sustainability, energy management, or pharmaceutical operations.
• Experience developing dashboards, reports, or data‑analytics solutions.